Session: The Invisible '+': where do Asexual, Polyamorous, and Fetish Communities see themselves represented?
Time: 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Location: 0.2 - Grote Zaal
Track: Heritage & Culture
Description
Identities, relationships, and sexual lives are far more diverse and complex than the LGBTQIA+ acronym can ever fully capture. Yet in reality, if your community’s letter isn’t among the visible ones, what does this mean for the protection of your rights, your history, and your place in society? Three often-marginalized communities that are frequently forgotten, erased, or excluded from mainstream LGBTQIA+ narratives come together to share the unique challenges they face in their daily lives. Each presents their specific struggles with rights, representation, and historical recognition, offering insights into their experiences and the systemic barriers they encounter.